President Joe Biden took a tumble during Thursday’s US Air Force Academy graduation ceremony in Colorado. The 80-year-old president was delivering his opening address when he tripped and fell near the podium. Fortunately, he was quickly helped up by those around him and returned to his seat unassisted.
Clarification from the White House
After videos of the incident began to circulate on social media, White House Communications Director Ben LaBolt clarified that the president had only tripped over a sandbag that was left on stage. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre also confirmed that Biden was “totally fine” after the incident.
He’s fine. There was a sandbag on stage while he was shaking hands. https://t.co/jP4sJiirHh
— Ben LaBolt (@WHCommsDir) June 1, 2023
Concerns about President Biden Age and Health
President Biden, who is the oldest sitting US president in history, has faced concerns from some citizens about his age and health. However, he has maintained that it is up to voters to judge “whether or not I have it or don’t have it.” If he wins his re-election bid in 2024, he will be 86 at the end of his second term.
Key Highlights:
– President Biden tripped and fell on stage during the US Air Force Academy graduation ceremony.
– The White House Communications Director clarified that the president had only tripped over a sandbag left on stage.
– Despite concerns about his age and health, the White House Press Secretary confirmed that Biden was “totally fine” after the incident.
